The Flagpole e-Newsletter
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The U.S. Army Women's Foundation
Honor ~ Empower ~ Connect
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Honoring All Who Have Served |
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On this Veterans Day, we honor generations of patriots who have earned the title of American Veteran — a badge of courage that unites the finest military service members the world has ever known. With their selfless sacrifice, our Armed Forces have forged and defended the very idea of America — a promise of freedom and equality, democracy and justice, possibility and hope. To our Veterans, we owe you an incredible debt that can never be fully repaid. Your sacrifices and contributions are deeply appreciated, and we stand united in admiration of your service!
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#VeteransDay #BeAllYouCanBe #SoldierforLife |
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(Image from Military.com) |
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November is National American Indian Heritage Month |
The Army joins the nation in celebrating National American Indian Heritage Month to recognize the rich and diverse cultures, traditions, stories, and significant contributions of Native American and Alaska Native peoples.
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Colonel (Retired) Edna Cummings, Selected as a 2023 Army War College
Outstanding Alumni
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(Image: U.S. Army Reserve Ambassador, U.S. Army Reserve) |
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The Army War College Foundation has selected Colonel (Retired) Edna Cummings as a 2023 Outstanding US Army War College Alumni for her leadership and community service to communities or the nation.
Colonel Cummings has a long history of leading, mentoring, and serving others. Among other community service activities, Edna championed the Congressional Gold Medal for the WWII Women’s Army Corps unit, the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion. She is a U.S. Army Reserve Ambassador to Maryland, a 2020 U.S. Army Women's Foundation Hall of Fame member, and an honorary member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Active with non-profits, Edna is a current member of the Winston Salem State University Board of Visitors, our own Army Women’s Foundation Board of Directors, and a former member of Appalachian State University’s Foundation Board of Directors. Edna is also the Vice President of Windsor Group, LLC, a Bethesda, Maryland-based professional services and business solutions firm.
The ceremony to recognize the 2023 Outstanding USAWC Alum will occur on November 15, 2023, at 12:00 PM EST. To watch via MS Teams, click the link below.
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We are the Executive Officers (XO), Directors, and Aide-de-Camps (ADC) of the Chief and Vice Chief of the National Guard Bureau |
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Written By Colonel Hyo J. Cho (Jeana)
Executive Officer to the Chief, National Guard Bureau
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(Photo: SFC Zachery Sheely, National Guard Bureau Public Affairs)
From left to right: LTC Adrienne Spadavecchia, ADC, CNGB; COL Lesley Kipling, XO, Vice Chief, NGB; COL Jeana Cho XO, CNGB; Col Tanya Lee Director, Chief Action Group (CAG); COL Williams, Deputy Director, CAG; Lt Col Carlson, ADC, CNGB.
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This is not an average picture of female officers. We are the Executive Officers (XO), Directors, and Aide-de-Camps (ADC) of the Chief and Vice Chief of the National Guard Bureau. Every officer in this picture exudes excellence backed by grit, determination, and a strong work ethic. For the first time in history, members of the Joint Chiefs of Staff’s two key personal staff are Korean-American female Colonels. Colonel Lee is an Air Force officer and Director of the Chief Action Group. Colonel Jeana Cho is an Army officer and Executive Officer to the Chief of the National Guard Bureau (CNGB). |
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We are the United States Army. We are the United States Air Force. And We are the Guard.
#nationalguard #dod #diversitymatters #leadershipmatters #strongertogether #leaders
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Giving Tuesday is
November 28, 2023
Join the global generosity movement and remember the Army Women's Foundation in this year's giving plans!
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No matter how large or small the gift, your donation helps to honor, empower, and connect all Army Women through our scholarship, hall of fame recognition, outreach, museum support, mentoring, and leadership programs. |
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COL Irene V. Glaeser, USA, Retired
Shares Her Story
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"Choose Your Battles: One Woman's Inspiring Journey Through The Ranks" is an autobiographical book written by Army Combat Veteran Colonel (Retired) Irene V. Glaeser that offers a look into the lesser-known narrative of America's courageous servicewomen and the formidable challenges they faced and often continue to face today. In her candid book, Colonel Glaeser chronicles her unique military journey, often with humor but also pathos, as she recounts barriers women who entered and served in the military in the '80s and '90s faced and recounts lessons learned along the way.
Irene Glaeser enlisted in 1983 and, upon commissioning, was stationed in then-Cold War West Germany as a Military Police Officer. Her assignments have taken her to numerous stateside locations and South Korea, Australia, Kuwait, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Retiring from the Army in 2014 and from federal service in 2022, Irene Glaeser is the CEO of Spahr Solutions Group, LLC.
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Legacy Scholarship Program:
Now Accepting Applications
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Click here for more information on the Legacy Scholarship:
Click here for more information on the Six Triple Eight Scholarship:
The deadline to apply for either program is Jan. 21, 2024
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Help the U.S. Army Women's Foundation Honor Local Heroes - Sponsor a Wreath! |
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Please Sponsor a Wreath to be placed on a Veteran's Grave this December at Arlington National Cemetery. Scan the QR Code or go to the link at Sponsor a Wreath. The cutoff date to guarantee wreaths are shipped on time is Tuesday, November 28.
If you want to volunteer to be part of the team to place wreaths at Arlington National Cemetery on December 16, contact CSM PK Williams at pamelakayewilliams48@gmail.com.
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The Female Mentoring and Morale Program (FMMP) for November and December is canceled.
FMMP will resume in January 2024!
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Lady Veterans Connect (LVC)
Celebrate Women Veterans in Lexington, KY
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(Photo: Courtesy of Lady Vets Connect)
Guests Celebrate at the Lady Vets Connent Gala in Lexington, KY
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On November 4th, Lady Veterans Connect (LVC), a non-profit organization, honored and celebrated female Veterans by hosting a "Hootenanny" Gala in Lexington, Kentucky.
Lady Veterans Connect (LVC) is a non-profit organization that provides high-quality, comprehensive services to assist female veterans in transitional support and prevent homelessness. LVC purchased and has completed renovations on an elementary school in Winchester, KY that can house 32 female Veterans.
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The Pritzker Military Museum & Library (PMM&L) aims to increase the public's understanding of military history, military affairs, and national security by providing a forum for the study and exploration of our military - past, present, and future - with a specific focus on their stories, sacrifices, and values. With national and global reach, these spaces and events aim to share the stories of those who served and their contributions as citizen soldiers, helping citizens everywhere appreciate the relationship between the armed forces and the civilians whose freedoms they protect. A non-governmental, non-partisan organization, the Museum & Library features diverse collections, scholarly initiatives, and public programs from its flagship center in downtown Chicago to its world-class research center and park in Somers, Wisconsin.
In celebration of its 20th Anniversary this year, PMM&L has an evolved brand look with a new logo. The mark is designed with simplicity to reflect the Museum & Library’s aim to connect with everyone, from long-time scholars to first-time explorers. One white star represents the bright light that shines through our military service members, past and present, as they continue to protect the way of life we all cherish.
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